This spring the JCC Libraries’ are introducing a new tool called 360 Search. This web-based service allows you to search multiple databases from a single search interface. Why is that important? It gives you a faster way to search, but it also gives you the opportunity to target a specific subject area or discipline like criminal justice, education, the environment, nursing, or psychology. The result is the answers you need faster and easier than before!

If you've tried to connect to the JCC Libraries' databases from off campus, you may have encountered a Security Certificate Error/Warning. You do not need to be concerned about the security of any of the databases available through the JCC Libraries. Should the warning screen appear, click on the option that allows you to continue on to the Web site you were trying to access.

Remember, when you are off campus, you will need to log in using your JCC student username and password.

Did you know that you have access to more than 10,000 magazines, journals, newspapers, and general reference materials through the JCC Libraries’? These full text publications are available in the electronic databases that the JCC Libraries subscribe to. You may locate what you need in several ways. Begin by going to the library Web page at: http://www.sunyjcc.edu/library

Clicking on the “Databases & Articles” link in the left column displays a list of all the databases the libraries subscribe to.

Two databases that include thousands of scholarly or peer-reviewed journals are Academic Search Premier (EBSCO) and ProQuest Direct.

Most other databases have a particular focus or cover a specific subject area. To find the databases that cover a particular topic, use the Subject filter at the topic of the database list. Simply highlight the subject in the listing that you’re interested in and click Submit.

If you know which database you want to use, use the Databases Alphabetically by Title. Select the database name from the drop-down menu and click go to connect to it.

If you know the title of the journal you’re looking for, click on the A-Z List of online journals & magazines on the “Databases & Articles” page.

The JCC Libraries have added the Salem History collection to their electronic resources. This searchable, online collection of materials covers mid-20th century historical events, fads, people, and personalities. If you’re looking for something or someone that had an impact on American culture in the ‘50s, ‘60s, ‘70s, or ‘80s, this is a resource you need. To connect to the Salem History collection, visit the JCC Libraries’ home page at http://www.sunyjcc.edu/library and select it from the Databases Alphabetically by Title menu.